Sexy Tanaka-san: Story, Cast and Series Facts

Story and premise

Plain-looking Tanaka-san from the accounting department is around 40 years old. She has no friends and no love life, but she does have a secret side... a super sexy belly dancer! Akari, a temporary employee, appears to be a lovable lady at first glance. Truth be told, she is increasingly anxious about marriage as she believes her "market value" depends on her youth and cuteness. Life is starting to become a struggle for Akari, who feels empty despite the slew of matchmaking parties she attends. One day, Akari learns of her colleague Tanaka-san's true identity, which inspires her to live life in her own way. They are polar opposites, but their chemistry empowers them to blow off those who judge them. In the process, they discover their new selves. Don't miss this romcom that is guaranteed to leave you in stitches constantly, with an occasional dash of tears.

Series details

• Title: Sexy Tanaka-san
• Format: Scripted
• Language: Japanese
• Premiere date: 2023-10-22
• Final broadcast date listed: 2023-12-24
• Status in TVmaze: Ended
• Network listed by TVmaze: NTV
• Network country: Japan
• Typical episode runtime: 55 minutes
• TVMaze ID: 73030
• IMDb ID: tt29608040
• TVDB ID: 437853

Seasons in the TVmaze catalogue

• Season 1: premiered 2023-10-22; final listed air date 2023-12-24.

Source and licence

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